Cozy Slow-Cooked Irish Beef Stew
Embrace the comforting flavors of the Emerald Isle with this delightful Irish Beef Stew, slow-cooked to perfection in your crockpot. Bursting with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this hearty dish is ideal for cold nights and family gatherings. The robust blend of red wine and Worcestershire sauce enhances the natural flavors, while the addition of horseradish gives it a subtle kick. Enjoy it with warm, crusty bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal that serves 8 and warms the heart.
8
Servings
300
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Celery
4 stalks (sliced)
Yellow potatoes
6 (cubed)
Sweet onion
1 large (sliced)
Garlic cloves
6 (cleaned and roughly chopped)
Canned peas
1 (15 ounce) can (drained)
Olive oil
1/4 cup
Dry red wine
1/2 cup
Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons
Horseradish
3 tablespoons
Black pepper
2 tablespoons, divided
Sea salt
2 teaspoons, divided
Dried oregano
4 tablespoons, divided
Fresh parsley
3 tablespoons
Water or low sodium beef broth
2 1/2 cups
Instructions
1
Start by trimming any excess fat from the beef roast and cutting it into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
2
Prepare your vegetables: clean and slice the celery into 1/4-inch pieces, cube the yellow potatoes (no peeling necessary!), cut the onion in half and slice it into 1/4-inch slices, and roughly chop the garlic.
3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the cubed beef and season it with half of the dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. Brown the beef on all sides for flavor.
4
Add the sliced carrots, celery, and chopped garlic to the skillet. Sauté the mixture for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently until the vegetables are slightly tender.
5
Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a 6 to 8-quart crockpot. Add the cubed potatoes, sliced onion, and drained peas.
6
Pour in the dry red wine and either low-sodium beef broth or water, ensuring all ingredients are submerged.
7
In a small bowl, combine the horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, remaining sea salt, black pepper, oregano, and fresh parsley. Stir this mixture into the crockpot.
8
Gently mix all the ingredients together and cover the crockpot. Cook on high for 4 to 5 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours, until the beef is tender and veggies are cooked through.
9
Serve hot with crusty bread and a crisp green salad for a satisfying meal.
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
35g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cozy Slow-Cooked Irish Beef Stew?
It is a hearty crockpot dish featuring tender beef, vegetables, red wine, and a hint of horseradish.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 8 people.
What type of beef should be used?
The recipe calls for a beef roast trimmed of fat and cut into 1-inch cubes.
Should I peel the yellow potatoes?
No peeling is necessary for the yellow potatoes; simply cube them.
What are the cooking times for the crockpot?
You can cook the stew on high for 4 to 5 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours.
Can I substitute water for beef broth?
Yes, you can use either 2 1/2 cups of low-sodium beef broth or water.
What kind of wine is used in this stew?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of dry red wine to enhance the natural flavors.
How much garlic is required?
You will need 6 cloves of garlic, cleaned and roughly chopped.
What vegetables are included in the recipe?
The stew contains celery, yellow potatoes, sweet onion, carrots, and canned peas.
Why is the beef browned in a skillet first?
Browning the beef on all sides in a skillet before slow cooking helps lock in flavor.
Is Worcestershire sauce used in this recipe?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce are added to provide a robust depth of flavor.
What gives this stew its subtle kick?
The addition of 3 tablespoons of horseradish provides a unique and subtle kick to the dish.
What herbs are used for seasoning?
Dried oregano and fresh parsley are the primary herbs used to season this Irish stew.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 7.5g of fat.
How many calories are in a single serving?
There are 300 calories per serving of this beef stew.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
Each serving contains 35g of carbohydrates.
How much protein does this stew provide?
Each serving provides 20g of protein.
What size crockpot is recommended?
A 6 to 8-quart crockpot is recommended for this amount of ingredients.
What type of onion is best for this recipe?
A large sweet onion is recommended, sliced into 1/4-inch slices.
How much celery is needed?
The recipe calls for 4 stalks of celery, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces.
When should I add the peas to the stew?
Add the drained canned peas to the crockpot along with the cubed potatoes and sliced onion.
Is olive oil used in the cooking process?
Yes, 1/4 cup of olive oil is used to brown the beef and sauté the vegetables.
How much salt is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of sea salt, divided between browning the beef and the final mixture.
How much black pepper is required?
You should use 2 tablespoons of black pepper, divided throughout the cooking steps.
What side dishes are recommended with this stew?
It is best enjoyed with warm, crusty bread and a fresh green salad.
How large should the celery slices be?
Celery should be sliced into 1/4-inch pieces for optimal texture.
Do I need to drain the peas?
Yes, the canned peas should be drained before being added to the crockpot.
How much oregano is required?
The recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of dried oregano, used in divided amounts.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 main ingredients listed in the recipe.
How long should I sauté the vegetables before slow cooking?
Sauté the carrots, celery, and garlic for 5 to 6 minutes until slightly tender before transferring to the crockpot.